Counseling Promoting Relationship

Founded in 1970 in Portland, Oregon, the Native American Rehabilitation Association of the Northwest, INC is an Indian- owned, Indian-operated, non-profit agency. Originally an outpatient substance abuse treatment center, NARA NW now operates a residential family treatment center, an outpatient treatment center, a family resource program, transitional housing for Native women and children, a primary health care clinic and the soon to open Totem Lodge which will serve as the mental health resource location. All services are centered on the family as it is NARA NW's philosophy that, without the family circle there will be no future. Traditional Indian culture and spirituality have always been an integral part of NARA NW's services. In recognition of our service to American Indian and Alaska Natives, NARA NW has been honored with a sacred pipe, a totem pole, sacred fire circle, and a drum. The pipe and drum continue to be used in our sacred ceremonies; the totem pole stands at the entrance of our residential facility. It is our philosophy to honor and support the emotional, physical, spiritual and mental health of our Indian people.

Lutheran Community Services Northwest is a nonprofit human services agency that serves several communities throughout Washington, Oregon and Idaho. It provides a variety of services to adults, adolescents, children, families, schools, businesses and congregations. The agency specializes in mental health counseling, crisis intervention, foster care, transitional housing, alcohol treatment, violence prevention and adoption services. It also provides English language assistance and other educational and recreational activities to youth. Additionally, the agency offers case management and coordination services for refugees. It conducts orientation classes in schools, banks and clinics. Lutheran Community Services Northwest, with a location in Portland, Ore., also organizes cycling events, dinners, champagne galas and other fundraising events.

Founded in 1976, Youth Contact is a private, nonprofit agency that provides services to youths and their families. Located in Hillsboro, Ore., the agency is certified by the Oregon State Office of Alcohol and Drug Programs to provide outpatient alcohol and drug treatment services. The State Mental Health Division certifies the agency to provide outpatient services for children and youths with behavioral and emotional disorders. Youth Contact offers confidential services to clients in all programs. The agency provides substance abuse and dependency services. Its programs receive funds from the Washington County, Beaverton School District and Hillsboro Union High School District.